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Land Rover Discovery Sport vs Ford Transit Connect comparison

Compare performance (269 HP vs 122 HP), boot space and price (46,500 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Land Rover Discovery Sport or Ford Transit Connect?

Land Rover Discovery Sport vs Ford Transit Connect: Key differences

Land Rover Discovery Sport

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Ford Transit Connect

  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably lighter
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Discovery Sport

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Ford Transit Connect is substantially cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Land Rover Discovery Sport costs 46,500 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,653 £.

Transit Connect

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Land Rover Discovery Sport offers considerably more power – delivering 269 HP compared to 122 HP. That’s roughly 147 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Land Rover Discovery Sport is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Ford Transit Connect takes 11.4 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Land Rover Discovery Sport delivers clearly more torque with 540 Nm compared to 320 Nm. That’s about 220 Nm more.

Discovery Sport

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Land Rover Discovery Sport offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Ford Transit Connect is noticeably lighter – 1,575 kg compared to 1,949 kg. The difference is around 374 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Ford Transit Connect carries moderately more – 780 kg compared to 641 kg. That’s a difference of about 139 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Land Rover Discovery Sport stands well ahead of its rival in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £46,500
Discovery Sport

Land Rover Discovery Sport

  • Engine Type Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 163 - 269 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
  • Electric Range 58 km
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Land Rover Discovery Sport

Discovery Sport wears Land Rover’s rugged badge with compact poise, blending a comfortable, well-crafted cabin and genuine off-road confidence for buyers who want versatility without showroom bluster. It settles smoothly on the road with composed manners and a cheeky British charm, making it an appealing pick for families who crave practicality with a hint of adventure.

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Ford Transit Connect

The Ford Transit Connect is the go-to compact workhorse for urban professionals who need cargo space without driving a full-size van. It balances practicality and everyday manners with clever storage ideas and a surprisingly comfortable ride, making it a sensible choice for small businesses and families who value function over flair.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
46,500 - 65,700 £
Price
30,800 - 35,300 £
Consumption L/100km
4.2 - 7.1 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
58 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
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co2
95 - 187 g/km
co2
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Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
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Doors
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Curb weight
1,949 - 2,168 kg
Curb weight
1,575 - 1,620 kg
Trunk capacity
780 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
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Width
1,894 mm
Width
1,855 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
582 - 641 kg
Payload
775 - 780 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
163 - 269 HP
Power HP
122 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 10.2 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
11.4 - 11.8 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
380 - 540 Nm
Torque
320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
120 - 198 kW
Power kW
90 kW
Engine capacity
1,498 - 1,998 cm3
Engine capacity
1,968 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
G, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
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Brand
Land Rover
Brand
Ford
What drive types are available for the Land Rover Discovery Sport?

The Land Rover Discovery Sport is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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